38 Let it be known to you therefore, brothers, that through this man forgiveness of sins is proclaimed to you, 39 and by him everyone who believes is freed from everything from which you could not be freed by the law of Moses. 40 Beware, therefore, lest what is said in the Prophets should come about: 41 “ ‘Look, you scoffers, be astounded and perish; for I am doing a work in your days, a work that you will not believe, even if one tells it to you.’ ”

Introduction:

Jesus is the Word and the Word is Jesus. As we Evangelize our world realize we are telling the story of Jesus who is the Word.

John 1:1–4 ESV

1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was in the beginning with God. 3 All things were made through him, and without him was not any thing made that was made. 4 In him was life, and the life was the light of men.

The power of God is the Word, the Gospel that saves men souls and directs their steps.

I. The Word’s power is of God

Acts 10:38 ESV

38 how God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power. He went about doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, for God was with him.

A. God’s creative power is exercised through the Word

John 1:3 ESV

3 All things were made through him, and without him was not any thing made that was made.

See also 1 Co 8:6; Col 1:16; Heb 1:2

B. God’s infinite power is given by the Word

Matthew 28:18 ESV

18 And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.

C. The Word’s power over sin and death remains effective

25 Consequently, he is able to save to the uttermost those who draw near to God through him, since he always lives to make intercession for them.

See also Jn 6:40; Ro 8:2–3; 1 Co 15:22; Heb 7:26–28; 1 Pe 3:18

IV. The Word’s power remains available in human experience

A. The Word’s forgiving power is effective today

Acts 13:38–39 ESV

38 Let it be known to you therefore, brothers, that through this man forgiveness of sins is proclaimed to you, 39 and by him everyone who believes is freed from everything from which you could not be freed by the law of Moses.

See also Jn 20:23; Ac 5:31; Eph 1:7

B. The Word’s enabling power is effective today

Mt 28:18–20; Lk 9:1; Lk 24:49; Jn 16:14; Ac 1:8; 1 Co 12:4–6

1 Corinthians 12:4–6 ESV

4 Now there are varieties of gifts, but the same Spirit; 5 and there are varieties of service, but the same Lord; 6 and there are varieties of activities, but it is the same God who empowers them all in everyone.

God’s Invitation of Salvation

Hear - Believe - Confess - Repent Be Baptized - Remain Steadfast

see Rom 10:17; Jn 1:7; Heb 4:14; Lk 13:3; Acts 2:38; Rev 2:10

​Romans 10:17ESV 17 So faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ.

​John 1:7ESV 7 He came as a witness, to bear witness about the light, that all might believe through him.

​Hebrews 4:14ESV 14 Since then we have a great high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus, the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession.

​Luke 13:3ESV 3 No, I tell you; but unless you repent, you will all likewise perish.

​Acts 2:38ESV 38 And Peter said to them, “Repent and be baptized every one of you in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins, and you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.

​Revelation 2:10ESV 10 Do not fear what you are about to suffer. Behold, the devil is about to throw some of you into prison, that you may be tested, and for ten days you will have tribulation. Be faithful unto death, and I will give you the crown of life.